Going The Distance for the Salvation Army
- Date Sat 8th November 2025
- Time 9:00AM CST
- Location Urbana, Illinois
- Price $16.90
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the "Going The Distance for the Salvation Army" charity run on Saturday, November 8th, 2025! This vibrant community event takes place in Urbana, Champaign, starting at 9:00 AM, with check-in available from 8:00 AM to 8:50 AM. Participants can expect a fantastic atmosphere as they race along a beautiful course that spans both miles and kilometers, with the start and finish lines conveniently located between the Foreign Languages Building and Foellinger Auditorium.
Not only will you enjoy a fun-filled day of running, but your participation directly supports the noble work of the Salvation Army, making a positive impact on the community. If you can’t attend but still want to contribute, donations are warmly welcomed. Be sure to register by November 6th to secure your Chick-Fil-A gift card at check-in, and remember that t-shirts are limited after October 31st. Join us for this uplifting event, where every step you take helps make a difference!
Not only will you enjoy a fun-filled day of running, but your participation directly supports the noble work of the Salvation Army, making a positive impact on the community. If you can’t attend but still want to contribute, donations are warmly welcomed. Be sure to register by November 6th to secure your Chick-Fil-A gift card at check-in, and remember that t-shirts are limited after October 31st. Join us for this uplifting event, where every step you take helps make a difference!
Organiser's Description
This event is a charity community run with all proceeds going towards the Salvation Army. If you are unable to attend the run but would still like the help the cause, there is an option to just donate as well. While this event began in Morton, IL, we have brought a counterpart to the University of Illinois. This event is being run by Going The Distance in conjunction with the Salvation Army in Champaign to put on the best race possible!
This year, the run will take place on November 8th at 9:00am. Please show up by 8:50am to check in at the check in table on the east side of the Main Quad by Foellinger Auditorium. Check-in will be open from 8:00am-8:50am. The start and finish lines are between the Foreign Languages Building and Foelinger Auditorium. You can view a course map below with mile and kilometer markers as well as a view of where to park. Restrooms are available inside of the Foreign Languages Building or anywhere else accessible on the quad.
All participants who register before 11/6 are guaranteed to receive a Chick-Fil-A gift card upon check-in on race day. T-shirts are not guaranteed after 10/31.
Course Map with Mile and Kilometer Splits [https://ibb.co/XZQGyZ0G]
For more information, check out our website at www.goingthedistance.co [https://www.goingthedistance.co].
This year, the run will take place on November 8th at 9:00am. Please show up by 8:50am to check in at the check in table on the east side of the Main Quad by Foellinger Auditorium. Check-in will be open from 8:00am-8:50am. The start and finish lines are between the Foreign Languages Building and Foelinger Auditorium. You can view a course map below with mile and kilometer markers as well as a view of where to park. Restrooms are available inside of the Foreign Languages Building or anywhere else accessible on the quad.
All participants who register before 11/6 are guaranteed to receive a Chick-Fil-A gift card upon check-in on race day. T-shirts are not guaranteed after 10/31.
Course Map with Mile and Kilometer Splits [https://ibb.co/XZQGyZ0G]
For more information, check out our website at www.goingthedistance.co [https://www.goingthedistance.co].
Races
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5K Run
Incl. $1.90 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 8th November 2025 (9:00AM CST)
$16.90
CLOSED
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